Back in the day, working on aircraft, special brass nuts were used on
exhaust studs. Over time, special heat treated steel nuts were
introduced, and the use of the brass nuts declined. Dunno if they would
work on the WBX, but I don't know any reason why not.

John

John Rodgers
Clayartist and Moldmaker
88'GL VW Bus Driver
Chelsea, AL
Http://www.moldhaus.com

On 11/28/2011 5:06 PM, Gregg Carlen wrote:
> So, while doing the head on my van (1990 2WD Westy), I was able to 'safely'
> remove the header bolts and nuts between the exhaust and head. Of course,
> these are one-time use hardware. Aside from just using 12 and 13mm nuts and
> bolts, can anyone recommend good quality hardware that will stand the test
> of time to use on the exhaust system so the next time I have to remove them
> for whatever reason, that I have a better chance of safe removal?
>
> Thanks,
> Gregg
>
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